Immerse yourself in a timeless collection of classical masterpieces with Sir John Barbirolli at the helm. This album, released on January 8, 2021, under the Warner Classics label, offers a concise yet powerful journey through the works of Elgar, Rosse, and Wallace. The album opens with Edward Elgar's "Introduction and Allegro for String Quartet and String Orchestra, Op. 47," a piece that showcases Barbirolli's renowned ability to draw out the rich, expressive qualities of the strings. The second half of the album is dedicated to the works of Rosse and Wallace, featuring selections from "The Merchant of Venice" and the overture from "Maritana." Barbirolli's conducting brings a sense of drama and depth to these pieces, making them a standout addition to any classical music enthusiast's collection. With a total runtime of just under 40 minutes, this album is a perfect introduction to the works of these composers or a delightful addition to existing collections.
Elgar: Introduction and Allegro for String Quartet and String Orchestra, Op. 47: Introduction. ModeratoEdward Elgar, Sir John Barbirolli, John Barbirolli's Chamber Orchestra
Elgar: Introduction and Allegro for String Quartet and String Orchestra, Op. 47: AllegroEdward Elgar, Sir John Barbirolli, John Barbirolli's Chamber Orchestra
Elgar: Introduction and Allegro for String Quartet and String Orchestra, Op. 47: Fugue. AllegroEdward Elgar, Sir John Barbirolli, John Barbirolli's Chamber Orchestra
Rosse: The Merchant of Venice: I. Prelude No. 1Frederick Rosse, Sir John Barbirolli, John Barbirolli's Chamber Orchestra
Rosse: The Merchant of Venice: II. Intermezzo "Portia"Frederick Rosse, Sir John Barbirolli, John Barbirolli's Chamber Orchestra
Rosse: The Merchant of Venice: III. Oriental MarchFrederick Rosse, Sir John Barbirolli, John Barbirolli's Chamber Orchestra
Rosse: The Merchant of Venice: IV. Prelude No. 2Frederick Rosse, Sir John Barbirolli, John Barbirolli's Chamber Orchestra
Rosse: The Merchant of Venice: V. Doge's MarchFrederick Rosse, Sir John Barbirolli, John Barbirolli's Chamber Orchestra
Wallace: Maritana: OvertureWilliam Vincent Wallace, Sir John Barbirolli, London Symphony Orchestra
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